Italian Special Forces Board Turkish Cargo Vessel; Situation Resolved
A Turkish cargo vessel currently sits off the southern city of Naples as Italian special forces swiftly intervened following the detection of unidentified individuals on board. The website MarineTraffic provides real-time data tracking and confirms the vessel's current location. Italian authorities are actively investigating the situation, while police continue their efforts to gather information.
Italian Minister Guido Crosetto took to Twitter to share a message of reassurance, stating, "Everything ended well." He further expressed his congratulations to the personnel of the San Marco battalion, an elite unit of the Italian Navy, as well as the police, applauding them for their exceptional operation.
I dirottatori della nave sono stati catturati.
— Guido Crosetto (@GuidoCrosetto) June 9, 2023
Tutto è finito bene.
I miei complimenti ai ragazzi del Battaglione San Marco, ai poliziotti ed ai finanzieri, che hanno concluso una splendida operazione in collaborazione. Ognuno per la sua parte.
Bravi!
The incident began when the crew members of the Turkish cargo vessel reported the presence of a group of unidentified individuals on board. Promptly responding to the report, Italian special forces quickly boarded the vessel, taking control of the situation. The details regarding the nature of the individuals on board and their intentions have not been disclosed as the investigation is still ongoing.
The actions of the Italian special forces and police have been commended for their professionalism and efficiency in resolving the situation peacefully. Their prompt intervention ensured the safety of the crew members and facilitated a swift resolution to the incident.
While the specific reasons behind the presence of the unidentified individuals on the Turkish cargo vessel remain unknown, authorities are diligently working to uncover further details. Investigations are expected to shed light on the incident, including the identities and motives of the individuals involved.
